That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
Round 34 ·
BW Game Hub Norway: Deportivo Alaves vs Athletic Bilbao
HT: 1–0
Updated:
Match Summary
Winner Athletic BilbaoFinal Score
2–4
Goal Scorers
- 8' Antonio Blanco H
- 46' Robert Navarro A
- 68' Nahuel Tenaglia H
- 74' Oihan Sancet A
- 83' Nico Williams A
- 87' Nico Williams A
Match Timeline
Match Events
Key Statistics
Head to Head
Last 7 meetingsRecent Form
Most recent at rightRecent Meetings
Statistics
Assists
Ball Possession
Corners
Counter Attacks
Fouls
Free Kicks
Goal Attempts
Goal Kicks
Goals
Offsides
Red Cards
Saves
Shots Off Target
Shots On Target
Substitutions
Throws In
Treatments
Yellow Cards
Attacks
Dangerous Attacks
Total Passes
Lineups
Deportivo Alaves
5-3-2 · Quique Sanchez Flores
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
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Athletic Bilbao
4-2-3-1 · Ernesto Valverde
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Formation Overview
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
BW Game Hub Norway: Deportivo Alaves vs Athletic Bilbao Match Report, Result and Tactical Analysis
This result reset expectations for the next rounds. Athletic Bilbao turned an awkward first half at Estadio Mendizorroza into a statement 4-2 win, showing stronger control in transitions and far greater efficiency after the break. Deportivo Alavés had the early advantage through Antonio Blanco’s 8th-minute finish, but Athletic responded with composure, patience and repeated high-quality moments that changed the shape of the contest.
Alavés had opened the scoring when Antonio Blanco struck on 8 minutes after an assist from Angel Perez, and for a while the home side’s 5-3-2 looked organised enough to protect that lead. Yet the structure did not hold across the full match. Athletic, set up in a 4-2-3-1 under Ernesto Valverde, found better spacing between the lines and used the flanks with more purpose. Robert Navarro levelled immediately after the restart in the 46th minute, assisted by Nico Williams, and that equaliser shifted the balance of the game.
The second half then exposed the tactical differences clearly. Quique Sanchez Flores’ side were punished at key moments for the gaps that appeared in and around midfield, especially when the match became more open. Alavés did regain hope when Nahuel Tenaglia made it 2-1 in the 68th minute from Abderrahman Rebbach’s assist, but Athletic’s response was sharper and more decisive. Oihan Sancet equalised in the 74th minute from Yuri Berchiche’s delivery, before Nico Williams took over the finish inside the final stages with goals in the 83rd and 87th minutes, both assisted by Gorka Guruzeta.
Control, width and substitutions
- Athletic’s six substitutions influenced the rhythm of the second half and helped maintain intensity in pressing and attacking transitions.
- Valverde’s changes appeared to improve chance quality rather than merely add volume, which matched the eventual scoreline.
- Both teams collected four yellow cards, reflecting a competitive match, but Athletic handled the key moments with more clarity.
- The 4-2 margin suggested that control had translated into repeated chances rather than isolated bursts.
Nico Williams stood out as the decisive figure with two goals and one assist, while Athletic’s collective spacing and timing in the final third carried the day. For Alavés, the early promise faded as defensive balance and control of transitions slipped away at decisive moments. Athletic left with a deserved win that strengthened their momentum and changed the tone around the next fixtures. The result gave Athletic a lift, and it asked Alavés for a stronger response in the coming rounds.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
BW Game Hub Norway: Deportivo Alaves vs Athletic Bilbao Match Preview, Prediction and Tactical Analysis
This will be a pressure test with momentum at stake, and both sides will know that the margin for error will be slim at Estadio Mendizorroza. For Deportivo Alaves, the match will be a test of character and tactical discipline; for Athletic Bilbao, it will be about protecting control and keeping the tempo on their terms.
The game should be framed through momentum, chance quality, and control phases rather than advanced metrics. In a 5-3-2 against a 4-2-3-1, the first battle will likely be about territory: Alaves will try to stay compact, close passing lanes, and force Athletic into longer attacks, while Athletic will look to move the ball quickly enough to prevent the home side from settling into a low, stable block.
Where the match could turn
Quique Sanchez Flores will be judged on pressing balance and rest-defense organization. If Alaves press too aggressively, they could open spaces between the lines and invite Athletic into the kind of transitions that can change a match quickly. If they press too cautiously, they may cede too much possession and spend long periods defending their box. The key will be when to step out and when to hold shape.
Ernesto Valverde will likely want Athletic Bilbao to establish control through possession and sharper movement around the penalty area. The 4-2-3-1 should give them structure in midfield and enough support in wide areas to create chances from crosses, cut-backs, and set pieces. If they can build a steady rhythm, they may force Alaves deeper and reduce the home side’s outlets in transition.
- Alaves will need disciplined spacing in the 5-3-2 to limit central access and protect the space behind the wing-backs.
- Athletic Bilbao will aim to use the first hour to create pressure through sustained possession and repeated entries into the final third.
- Set pieces could carry extra value if open-play chances remain limited and the score stays tight.
- If the match is level after the first hour, Valverde’s bench timing could become decisive in shifting energy and restoring attacking control.
For readers in Norway, this will be the kind of La Liga fixture that rewards patience and tactical detail more than flash. At a compact venue like Mendizorroza, the physical edge and game management could matter as much as technical quality.
The decisive factor could be which side handles pressure better in the middle phase of the match.
Commentary
364Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 50%, Athletic Bilbao: 50%.
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Abderrahman Rebbach from Deportivo Alaves is ruled offside
Abderrahman Rebbach swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Aymeric Laporte from Athletic Bilbao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Alejandro Rego relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Safe hands from Unai Simon as he comes out and claims the ball
Dangerous challenge by Robert Navarro from Athletic Bilbao. Angel Perez on the receiving end of that.
Oihan Sancet makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
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Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Adama Boiro relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Adama Boiro relieves the pressure with a clearance
Carles Alena from Deportivo Alaves receives a yellow card after a dangerous challenge on an opponent player.
The referee signals a free kick as Carles Alena from Deportivo Alaves trips Alejandro Rego
Good effort by Jon Guridi as he directs a shot on target, but Unai Simon saves it
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
The fourth official shows there are 8 minute(s) of time to be added
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 46%, Athletic Bilbao: 54%.
Jesus Areso from Athletic Bilbao takes a short corner kick from the right.
Nahuel Tenaglia successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Nico Williams is blocked
Nico Williams is leaving the field to be replaced by Adama Boiro in a tactical substitution.
Athletic Bilbao start a counter attack
Alejandro Rego relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Gorka Guruzeta provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Nico Williams scores with the left foot!
Jon Guridi swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 44%, Athletic Bilbao: 56%.
The referee is not having the complaints from Mikel Jauregizar who is given a yellow card for dissent
Gorka Guruzeta provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Nico Williams scores with the right foot!
Oihan Sancet made the key pass for the goal!
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Good effort by Gorka Guruzeta as he directs a shot on target, but Antonio Sivera saves it
The cross by Jesus Areso from Athletic Bilbao successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Robert Navarro makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Safe hands from Antonio Sivera as he comes out and claims the ball
Jon Guridi from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nico Williams swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Jonny Otto relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Jonny Otto from Deportivo Alaves goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Gorka Guruzeta
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Oihan Sancet from Athletic Bilbao trips Abderrahman Rebbach
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 45%, Athletic Bilbao: 55%.
Antonio Martinez wins an air challenge against Aymeric Laporte
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Nahuel Tenaglia wins an air challenge against Gorka Guruzeta
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Athletic Bilbao
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
The referee is not having the complaints from Nico Williams who is given a yellow card for dissent
Nico Williams hand-balls
Nico Williams controls the ball with his hand
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 44%, Athletic Bilbao: 56%.
A contender for goal of the season!
Yuri Berchiche provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Oihan Sancet scores with the right foot!
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
The referee signals a free kick as Antonio Martinez from Deportivo Alaves trips Nico Williams
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Andoni Gorosabel is leaving the field to be replaced by Jesus Areso in a tactical substitution.
Ibrahim Diabate is leaving the field to be replaced by Carles Alena in a tactical substitution.
Aymeric Laporte wins an air challenge against Antonio Martinez
Safe hands from Antonio Sivera as he comes out and claims the ball
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Gorka Guruzeta wins an air challenge against Nahuel Tenaglia
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 46%, Athletic Bilbao: 54%.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Abderrahman Rebbach relieves the pressure with a clearance
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Abderrahman Rebbach provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Nahuel Tenaglia scores with the right foot!
Abderrahman Rebbach from Deportivo Alaves swings in the corner from the right.
Yuri Berchiche relieves the pressure with a clearance
A shot by Antonio Martinez is blocked
Aymeric Laporte successfully blocks the shot
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Gorka Guruzeta successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Robert Navarro is blocked
Oihan Sancet makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nahuel Tenaglia from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Ibrahim Diabate from Deportivo Alaves is ruled offside
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 47%, Athletic Bilbao: 53%.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Antonio Martinez shoots from outside the box, but Unai Simon has it under control
Antonio Martinez tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Unai Simon
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Alejandro Rego wins an air challenge against Jon Guridi
Victor Parada relieves the pressure with a clearance
The game is restarted
The play is stopped because of some technical problems.
Pablo Ibanez is leaving the field to be replaced by Ander Guevara in a tactical substitution.
Denis Suarez is leaving the field to be replaced by Jon Guridi in a tactical substitution.
The referee signals a free kick as Andoni Gorosabel from Athletic Bilbao trips Abderrahman Rebbach
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Aymeric Laporte from Athletic Bilbao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 47%, Athletic Bilbao: 53%.
The referee signals a free kick as Gorka Guruzeta from Athletic Bilbao trips Antonio Blanco
The referee shows Gorka Guruzeta the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
The referee shows Antonio Blanco the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
Antonio Blanco makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Gorka Guruzeta makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Yeray Alvarez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta relieves the pressure with a clearance
Athletic Bilbao start a counter attack
Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Yeray Alvarez from Athletic Bilbao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 44%, Athletic Bilbao: 56%.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Jonny Otto from Deportivo Alaves trips Robert Navarro
Athletic Bilbao start a counter attack
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
The match resumes with a drop ball
Yeray Alvarez is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 42%, Athletic Bilbao: 58%.
Goal kick for Athletic Bilbao
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
After a tactical foul, Pablo Ibanez sees no other way than stopping the counter and receives a yellow card.
The referee signals a free kick as Pablo Ibanez from Deportivo Alaves trips Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta
Yeray Alvarez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Nico Williams provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Robert Navarro scores with the left foot!
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Unai Gomez is leaving the field to be replaced by Oihan Sancet in a tactical substitution.
Ibrahim Diabate from Deportivo Alaves sends an effort wide of target
Ibrahim Diabate goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Ibrahim Diabate but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Ibrahim Diabate finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Mikel Jauregizar is leaving the field to be replaced by Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta in a tactical substitution.
Inaki Williams is leaving the field to be replaced by Robert Navarro in a tactical substitution.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
The second half is underway
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 41%, Athletic Bilbao: 59%.
Ibrahim Diabate wins an air challenge against Alejandro Rego
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Gorka Guruzeta from Athletic Bilbao sends an effort wide of target
Gorka Guruzeta goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Gorka Guruzeta but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Gorka Guruzeta finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
The match resumes with a drop ball
The play is stopped for a brief moment, as the ball was touched by the referee.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The fourth official shows there are 3 minute(s) of time to be added
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Angel Perez from Deportivo Alaves is ruled offside
After VAR check, the referee changed the call and decided to revoke the penalty for Deportivo Alaves!
VAR - PENALTY! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential penalty for Deportivo Alaves.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 42%, Athletic Bilbao: 58%.
PENALTY! - Alejandro Rego from Athletic Bilbao commits a penalty against Antonio Martinez.
Aymeric Laporte relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
A chance presents itself to Inaki Williams from Athletic Bilbao but his header goes wide
The cross by Andoni Gorosabel from Athletic Bilbao successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Angel Perez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Jonny Otto makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Yuri Berchiche relieves the pressure with a clearance
The referee shows Ernesto Valverde the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
The referee signals a free kick as Alejandro Rego from Athletic Bilbao trips Abderrahman Rebbach
Jonny Otto from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 42%, Athletic Bilbao: 58%.
The referee signals a free kick as Mikel Jauregizar from Athletic Bilbao trips Antonio Blanco
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Abderrahman Rebbach relieves the pressure with a clearance
Pablo Ibanez is penalised for pushing Unai Gomez
Alejandro Rego relieves the pressure with a clearance
Alejandro Rego from Athletic Bilbao goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Pablo Ibanez
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nico Williams relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nico Williams makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Yeray Alvarez wins an air challenge against Antonio Martinez
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 40%, Athletic Bilbao: 60%.
Dangerous challenge by Alejandro Rego from Athletic Bilbao. Antonio Blanco on the receiving end of that.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Mikel Jauregizar from Athletic Bilbao trips Pablo Ibanez
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Safe hands from Antonio Sivera as he comes out and claims the ball
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nahuel Tenaglia from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nahuel Tenaglia from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Mikel Jauregizar swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Abderrahman Rebbach from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Abderrahman Rebbach from Deportivo Alaves goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Inaki Williams
Alejandro Rego makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Antonio Blanco makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 43%, Athletic Bilbao: 57%.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao trips Victor Parada
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Jonny Otto relieves the pressure with a clearance
Antonio Martinez from Deportivo Alaves receives a yellow card after a dangerous challenge on an opponent player.
Dangerous challenge by Antonio Martinez from Deportivo Alaves. Andoni Gorosabel on the receiving end of that.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Andoni Gorosabel relieves the pressure with a clearance
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Antonio Blanco relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Yuri Berchiche from Athletic Bilbao trips Antonio Blanco
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 45%, Athletic Bilbao: 55%.
Mikel Jauregizar swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Antonio Martinez from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Mikel Jauregizar swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Victor Parada relieves the pressure with a clearance
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Andoni Gorosabel makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Alejandro Rego relieves the pressure with a clearance
Aymeric Laporte from Athletic Bilbao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Denis Suarez swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Mikel Jauregizar from Athletic Bilbao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Angel Perez makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 42%, Athletic Bilbao: 58%.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Unai Gomez makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Pablo Ibanez from Deportivo Alaves is ruled offside
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao start a counter attack
Andoni Gorosabel successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Abderrahman Rebbach is blocked
Deportivo Alaves start a counter attack
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
A chance presents itself to Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao but his header goes wide
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 39%, Athletic Bilbao: 61%.
Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Nahuel Tenaglia
Yeray Alvarez from Athletic Bilbao intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Yuri Berchiche relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Athletic Bilbao
Victor Parada makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Jonny Otto relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nico Williams is penalised for pushing Jonny Otto
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 41%, Athletic Bilbao: 59%.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
A contender for goal of the season!
Angel Perez provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Antonio Blanco scores with the right foot!
Alejandro Rego relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Yuri Berchiche relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Safe hands from Antonio Sivera as he comes out and claims the ball
Denis Suarez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Antonio Sivera from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao takes a short corner kick from the left.
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The game is restarted
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 30%, Athletic Bilbao: 70%.
Nahuel Tenaglia is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Nahuel Tenaglia relieves the pressure with a clearance
Athletic Bilbao start a counter attack
Denis Suarez makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Athletic Bilbao take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Unai Gomez makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Andoni Gorosabel relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Nahuel Tenaglia makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Jonny Otto successfully blocks the shot
Yuri Berchiche fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Athletic Bilbao are trying to create something here.
Athletic Bilbao are in control of the ball.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The pitch is in fantastic condition today and the players are enjoying the surface.
A perfect day for football with glorious sunshine.
Athletic Bilbao kick-off, and the game is underway.
The referee starts the match
Welcome to Estadio Mendizorroza, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to Estadio Mendizorroza where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to Estadio Mendizorroza where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to Estadio Mendizorroza, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to Estadio Mendizorroza, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from Estadio Mendizorroza. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
League Table
LaLiga
| # | Club | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 31 | 1 | 6 | 95 | 36 | +59 | 94 | |
| 2 | 38 | 27 | 5 | 6 | 77 | 35 | +42 | 86 | |
| 3 | 38 | 22 | 6 | 10 | 72 | 46 | +26 | 72 | |
| 4 | 38 | 21 | 6 | 11 | 62 | 44 | +18 | 69 | |
| 5 | 38 | 15 | 15 | 8 | 59 | 48 | +11 | 60 | |
| 6 | 38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 53 | 48 | +5 | 54 | |
| 7 | 38 | 15 | 6 | 17 | 32 | 38 | -6 | 51 | |
| 8 | 38 | 12 | 14 | 12 | 41 | 44 | -3 | 50 | |
| 9 | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 46 | 55 | -9 | 49 | |
| 10 | 38 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 59 | 61 | -2 | 46 | |
| 11 | 38 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 43 | 55 | -12 | 46 | |
| 12 |
Athletic Bilbao
Away
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38 | 13 | 6 | 19 | 43 | 58 | -15 | 45 |
| 13 | 38 | 12 | 7 | 19 | 46 | 60 | -14 | 43 | |
| 14 |
Deportivo Alaves
Home
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38 | 11 | 10 | 17 | 44 | 56 | -12 | 43 |
| 15 | 38 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 49 | 57 | -8 | 43 | |
| 16 | 38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | 47 | 61 | -14 | 42 | |
| 17 | 38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | 44 | 50 | -6 | 42 | |
| 18 | 38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | 47 | 57 | -10 | 42 | |
| 19 | 38 | 9 | 14 | 15 | 39 | 55 | -16 | 41 | |
| 20 | 38 | 6 | 11 | 21 | 26 | 60 | -34 | 29 |
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Match Details
Match Facts
Status
Finished
Attendance
19,123
Minute
0'
Winner
Athletic Bilbao
- Commentary Available
- Lineup Confirmed
Date/Time Milestones
- Start · 1st half 2026-05-02T16:32:07Z
- End · 1st half 2026-05-02T17:20:28Z
- Start · 2nd half 2026-05-02T17:35:11Z
- End · Finished 2026-05-02T18:28:21Z
- End · 2nd half 2026-05-02T18:28:21Z